21st Century Cities Initiative Hires New Director Matthew Kahn

Originally published in the JHU News-Letter. Read the full article.

The 21st Century Cities (21CC) Initiative, an on-campus center for students and faculty interested in using data to solve modern urban challenges, hired Matthew Kahn as its new director in June. 

In an interview with The News-Letter, the noted urban and environmental economist reflected on his life, career and goals for 21CC.

Kahn who is also a Bloomberg Distinguished Professor of economics and business, discussed the fundamental approach he plans to take in his new leadership role.